Cucumber Gondola is a Cucumber Carving in the shape of a Gondola. Vegetable carving is an interesting hobby for children and adults.
Materials Required for making Cucumber Gondola:
A small curved Cucumber
Vegetable cutting/carving knifes
Method:
Cut a slice off the bottom side (the curve facing up) of the Cucumber to make the cucumber stand as shown in Picture1.
Picture1
Mark to divide the Cucumber into three parts as shown in Picture2.
Picture2
Cut along the lines leaving the middle portion intact as shown in Picture3.
Picture3
Carve designs on top of the Gondola. Scoop out the inside of the Cucumber as shown in Picture4.
Picture4
Cut notches with a straight knife around the edges as shown in Picture5.
Picture5
Keep two toothpicks as oars, tiny toys can be placed inside to pose as a boatman. You can use this boat to serve Chutneys and Dips.
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very innovative. extremely simple and good
Yes Kedar it is really simple and adds a personal touch to your dining table. Keep visiting.
Beautiful, too good as its so simple to make , very creative you are
Thanks Shoba, I attended a vegetable carving class held in Mysore when I was a teenager, which taught me the basics and now when I see carving in functions, hotels or magazines, I try it out and present it here.
Kudos to your creativity!! What can be more suitable than a natural dip keeper that can also be eaten? 🙂
There is so much info on your website, that I get to spend only a little time on. I guess I’ll be reading as time permits. Just awesome!
~Nikhila.
Thank you Nikhila.